The Pakistani girl who risked her life for education and won the Nobel Peace Prize. A good book to talk to older kids on how most of us take our freedom for granted.

4. BROWN GIRL DREAMING,by Jacqueline Woodson (Ages 10-16)

A great book to introduce the joys of poetry to your not-so-young child. Deals with multiple themes like childhood, nostalgia, family, joy and coming-of-age. This is definitely a must-buy for all poets, young and old.